Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, positioning us at the intersection of technology, culture, and human evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and innovators to shape products and services that define the 2026 landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex signals into clear narratives, and possesses an insatiable curiosity about what's next. This is your chance to influence the future while working with a team of world-class futurists, engineers, and designers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, social, and economic trends to forecast 2026 market opportunities and disruptions
- Develop strategic frameworks for product innovation and market positioning beyond 2025
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with cross-functional teams to test future hypotheses
- Produce high-impact trend reports and executive briefings on emerging technologies
- Partner with R&D to identify breakthrough capabilities for next-gen product development
- Represent company vision at industry conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing, etc.)
- Proven ability to translate complex future scenarios into executable business strategies
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills for executive audiences
- Deep understanding of socio-technical systems and cultural shift drivers